PARTY CRAB PUFFS

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Provided by PSU Lioness

Categories Crab

Time 1h5m

Yield 96 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
4 hard-cooked eggs, finely chopped
1 (6 ounce) can lump crabmeat, drained
4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, drained
minced fresh parsley (optional)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter and salt to a boil.
Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms.
Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes.
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny.
Drop by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased baking sheets.
Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack.
Immediately split puffs open; remove tops and set aside.
Discard soft dough from inside. Cool puffs.
In a large bowl, combine the filling ingredients.
Just before serving, spoon 1 teaspoonful filling into each puff; sprinkle with parsley if desired.
Replace tops.